UK-Iceland Explorer Scholarship Fund
UK-Iceland Explorer scholarships are intended for Icelandic students who are planning to pursue postgraduate studies at university level in the United Kingdom.
Grants from UK-Iceland Explorer fund
The aim of the UK-Iceland Explorer Scholarship Fund is to strengthen cooperation between the United Kingdom and Iceland in the field of higher education. The fund supports Icelandic students who wish to study in the UK, strengthens the scientific and research communities of both countries, and lays the groundwork for further bilateral research collaboration between them.
Scholarships are awarded for studies in all academic disciplines. Priority is given to studies in the field of space science and related disciplines.
The scholarships are awarded by the UK Space Agency in cooperation with Rannís and the British Embassy in Reykjavík.
The application deadline is in January each year.
How to apply?
Applications must be submitted electronically via the UK-Iceland Explorer Fund application form.
The application form can be found here: UK-Iceland Explorer Application Form 2026
Supporting documents and inquiries should be sent to the email address harpa.s.arnarsdottir@rannis.is
You can also contact us by phone at 515 5875.
Service provider
The Icelandic Centre for Research